Louis Erard Unveils the Limited-Edition Gravée Main

Since 2021, Louis Erard has been redefining the boundaries of Métiers d’Art, from Grand Feu enamel and guilloché to wood marquetry, and soon, gold wire inlay. Now, Gravée Main opens a new chapter, paying tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking hand engraving.
Gravée Main represents a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. This limited edition of 99 unique timepieces places hand engraving at center stage, with every metal element entirely engraved and finished by hand, a meticulous process that requires more than 50 hours of work.

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Gold-plated

It’s A thin layer of gold applied to the surfaces of various watch components using specialized techniques.

Gold-plating is a less expensive alternative to watches made entirely of gold. This coating allows people to enjoy the appearance of gold at a lower cost. However, the layer of gold applied to the surfaces of watch components may wear off over time.